Its missions will include anti-submarine and anti-ship warfare, special forces delivery and support, and mine delivery and minefield mapping.

It will also provide important battle group and joint task force support, with full integration into carrier battle group operations.

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The submarine will also offer support to US Navy SealsCredit: Handout - Getty

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Navy officials said the sub is meant to operate in deep ocean watersCredit: Alamy

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A glimpse of the USS Washington's engine roomCredit: YouTube AiirSource Military

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The crew of 140 can launch Tomahawk land-attack missilesCredit: YouTube AiirSource Military

Navy officials said the sub is meant to operate in deep ocean waters and conduct anti-submarine warfare, strike warfare and combat search and rescue, to name a few.

The submarine has already completed trials at sea and some sailors have been on board for two years.

Third-generation seaman, Kevin Wilson, is honored to be a part of the crew.

“I feel like I'm just continuing on with what [my father and grandfather] are doing," said Wilson. "The family on board Washington is very strong."

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The Washington is scheduled to be commissioned on SaturdayCredit: YouTube AiirSource Military

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The submarine has already completed trials at sea and some sailors have been on board for two yearsCredit: YouTube AiirSource Military

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The Washington is scheduled to be commissioned on SaturdayCredit: YouTube AiirSource Military

“Anti-submarine warfare, intelligence surveillance, reconnaissance, combat search and rescue, anti-surface warfare just to name a few,” said Commander Gabriel Cavazos, who is the Washington’s commanding officer.

The Washington will be the 14th commissioned Virginia-class attack submarine.

The Navy says construction for the Washington started in September 2011 and cost £2bn billion to build.

“The commissioning is bringing the ship to life. The crew brings the ship its personality and character,” said Comm Cavazos.

Crew members, who are also excited about the commissioning, say the family like atmosphere is what makes the Washington special.

“There’s no real difference between all of us. Doesn’t matter what it is, we’ll always come together and get a solution. Any problem, we’ll fight over it. We’re just a big family,” said Petty Officer 3rd Class Dane Pegg.

The Washington is scheduled to be commissioned on Saturday.

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